✓ 2% Salicylic Acid | ✓ Gentle Jojoba Beads | ✓ Controls Oil Without Stripping
ZO Skin Health Exfoliating Cleanser – The dual-action purifying gel that clears breakouts without leaving skin tight, stripped, or irritated.
This isn't another harsh exfoliating wash that leaves your face feeling squeaky clean (and uncomfortably tight an hour later). ZO's Exfoliating Cleanser uses biodegradable jojoba beads for gentle physical exfoliation combined with salicylic acid that penetrates deep into pores – addressing congestion at the source whilst maintaining your skin's natural moisture balance.
The encapsulated vitamin E beads burst on application, delivering antioxidant protection exactly when your skin needs it. Meanwhile, niacinamide works to calm inflammation and strengthen your skin barrier, so you get thorough cleansing without the post-wash redness or tightness that plagues many exfoliating cleansers.
Visible Results Users Love
- Clearer, less congested pores from the first week of use
- Reduced surface oil and shine throughout the day without mid-afternoon greasiness
- Smoother skin texture as dead cells are gently buffed away with each wash
- Fewer breakouts within 2-3 weeks as pores stay consistently clear
- Calmer, less irritated skin – even users with sensitive skin report minimal redness
- Better product absorption – serums and treatments penetrate more effectively after cleansing
Why This Beats Basic Salicylic Acid Cleansers
- Dual exfoliation system = jojoba beads remove surface congestion whilst salicylic acid works deep in pores (basic SA cleansers only do one)
- Encapsulated vitamin E technology bursts on contact, delivering targeted antioxidant protection during the cleansing process
- Biodegradable jojoba beads provide eco-friendly mechanical exfoliation that's gentler than microbeads and far less abrasive than harsh scrubs
- Niacinamide-infused formula strengthens barrier function and reduces inflammation – most exfoliating cleansers skip this
- Medical-grade formulation from Dr. Zein Obagi's renowned ZO Skin Health range – trusted by dermatologists and clinics worldwide
- Suitable for daily use (morning and evening) – won't over-strip like prescription-strength SA cleansers
Best For
- Normal to oily skin that's prone to congestion, blackheads, or occasional breakouts
- Anyone struggling with enlarged pores and uneven texture
- Those who find basic gel cleansers don't control oil well enough
- People who've tried harsh exfoliating scrubs and ended up with red, irritated skin
- Combination skin that needs thorough cleansing without tightness
- Anyone building a ZO Getting Skin Ready® regimen (this is step 1: Cleanse)
- Those looking for a professional-grade alternative to high-street salicylic acid washes
